Program: Teacher Education
Option:
Elementary Education/Early Childhood Education
Contact:
Mrs. Dolores McConaughy, Dr. Deanna Stock
Award: AAT Degree
Credits Required: 68
PURPOSE:
The Associate of Arts in Teaching degree program is designed for teacher education transfer students.
PROGRAM:
This is a program of study based on specific learning outcomes and is comprised of foundation-level pedagogical coursework,
field experience, and general education which meet academic content, outcomes and requirements of the first two years in a teacher
education program in early childhood development. The program provides students with seamless transfer into a teacher education
program at any Maryland college or university. Students should acquaint themselves with the requirements of the early childhood
education department at the college or university to which transfer is contemplated and also consult with an academic advisor in planning
an appropriate program. The College’s transfer advisor can provide additional information regarding the transfer requirements
of institutions within the University of Maryland system.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Students must meet all
program requirements, including course content and outcomes,
a grade of “C” or better in all courses, a cumulative grade point
average of 2.75, an approved portfolio, and passing scores on the
Praxis-I Exam. Note: It is strongly recommended that the Praxis-I Exam
be taken by the completion of 30 credits hours in the program.
Program Requirements:
| Course | Credits |
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(G. Ed.) General Education Program Requirement Please note: This information is for planning purposes only. The list of courses may not be complete. Please contact an advisor to be sure that courses are applicable to your desired course of study. | |